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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Tariff Refund System Trips Up Many Businesses Right Away

When the government opened a new online system to refund certain tariff payments, it immediately turned away thousands of businesses. Within days of the portal’s launch, about 15 percent of claims were denied. More than 75, 000 requests poured in, but only 47, 000 were accepted as valid. That leaves

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Late-night shows shift gear: Colbert’s political comedy choice

The plan was simple: avoid politics, focus on fun. That’s what Stephen Colbert tried when he took over “The Late Show” in 2015. After years of sharp political satire on “The Colbert Report, ” he wanted a lighter touch. Audiences at home were tired of the same heated arguments in the news. Colbert ho

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Apr 30 2026FINANCE

Why Crypto Trading Fails to Keep Platforms Afloat

Robinhood’s recent earnings report shines a light on a bigger problem in crypto: making money isn’t as simple as it seems. Even with years of hype, new tech, and big investors joining in, crypto still struggles to bring in steady income. Most platforms rely on trading fees, which rise and fall with

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Chris Evans joins star-studded crime film after schedule conflict

A last-minute change has brought Captain America himself into a high-profile crime movie. The film, originally set to feature Josh Brolin, now stars Chris Evans instead due to scheduling problems. Evans steps into a role alongside big names like Chris Pine, Jessica Chastain, and Mikey Madison, accor

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Apr 30 2026CRIME

What happens when a group promises freedom but delivers control? UK cult crackdown raises tough questions

UK police arrested nine people last month after a woman spoke up about severe abuses inside a religious group. The arrests happened at Webb House, a former orphanage turned commune in Crewe where over 100 people lived. Authorities confirmed six men and three women were taken into custody, including

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Comedy films that got in trouble overseas

Some jokes don’t travel well across borders. A comedy that makes one country laugh might make another angry enough to ban it outright. A classic example is Life of Brian, nearly half a century old yet still risky to screen in Germany under certain rules because its jokes push religious buttons. Even

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Apr 30 2026POLITICS

Pressure on Trump to speak up for imprisoned religious figures ahead of key China meeting

Former officials from Trump’s first term are pushing the former president to bring up the cases of religious prisoners during his upcoming talks with China’s leader. Over 20 national security experts signed a letter urging Trump to press Xi Jinping to free a detained Protestant pastor and a prominen

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Maine’s Art Scene Blends Food, Nature, and Creativity in 2026

Wiscasset’s art gallery isn’t just about pretty pictures—it’s diving deep into how Maine’s wild landscapes and farm-fresh food shape creativity. The 2026 lineup ties local culture to real-world issues, starting with a show that connects art and food. "Art to Table" asks why food isn’t just fuel but

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Apr 30 2026CELEBRITIES

Royal visit sparks mixed reactions in New York City

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s quick trip to New York last month wasn’t just another celebrity sighting—it was a carefully planned showcase of British culture in America. The event at Christie’s auction house in Rockefeller Center drew a long list of high-profile guests, from fashion mogul Ann

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Apr 30 2026CRIME

Sri Lanka’s Latest Money Mystery: Who’s Really Behind the Missing Payments?

Sri Lanka just added another missing payment to its growing list of financial troubles. A $625, 000 transfer, meant for the U. S. Postal Service, vanished without a trace. Local reports say the money disappeared weeks ago, and U. S. officials only noticed it was gone when they checked where the paym

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